New York Islanders Edge Past Carolina Hurricanes 4-3, Breaking Scoring Slump and Two-Game Losing Streak

Saturday, December 7th, 2024

Jean Gabriel-Pageau guided the New York Islanders to a 4-3 win against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, adding a goal and two assists to his performance. Bo Horvat managed to score following a 13-game streak without a goal. Both Maxim Tsyplakov and Oliver Wahlstrom also found the net for the Islanders, ending their two-game losing streak.

For the Hurricanes, Andrei Svechnikov netted two goals, marking their fourth loss in five matches. Jesperi Kotkaniemi also scored, while Shayne Gostisbehere contributed with two assists. In goal, Pyotr Kochetkov made 21 saves.

Svechnikov provided the Hurricanes with a 2-1 advantage during a second-period power play, but Wahlstrom and Tsyplakov swiftly answered for the Islanders. Horvat sealed a busy second period with a goal supported by Pageau's assist.

Kotkaniemi brought the Hurricanes closer in the third period, reducing the deficit to one, but the Islanders maintained their lead to win the game.

Islanders Observations: Even though they conceded two power-play goals, their penalty kill unit continues to rank among the league's poorest at home this season.

Hurricanes Insights: Svechnikov has gathered six points over his last two games, with only Martin Necas and Jack Roslovic surpassing him in team goal scoring.

Crucial Moment: Horvat delivered with a one-timer from Pageau's pass just over a minute before the second period ended, securing a 4-2 lead for the Islanders.

Important Stat: The Islanders hold a 3-3-0 record at home, while having a 0-0-2 record on the road this season.

Looking Ahead: The Hurricanes will host San Jose on Tuesday, and the Islanders will face Ottawa on

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